Maytag MD98 Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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CARE AND CLEANING
REPLACE DRUM LIGHT
REVERSE THE DOOR
Control Panel – clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use
abrasive substances. Do not spray cleaner directly on the panel.
Tumbler – remove any stains such as crayon, ink pen or fabric
dye (from new items such as towels or jeans) with an all-
purpose cleaner. Then tumble old towels or rags to remove any
excess stain or cleaning substance. Once these steps are done,
stains may still be visible, but should not transfer to subsequent
loads.
Cabinet – wipe off any marks with soap and water.
Dryer Exhaust System – should be inspected and cleaned
once a year to maintain optimum performance.The outside
exhaust hood should be cleaned more frequently to ensure
proper operation. (Refer to the Installation Instructions for
more information.)
Instructions for replacing the bulb:
1) Unplug or disconnect the dryer from the electrical
power supply.
2) Open the door and use a Phillips screwdriver to
remove the screw attaching the lens to the tumbler front.
3) Remove lens cover by pulling cover toward center
of tumbler.
4) Rotate bulb counter-clockwise to remove from socket.
5) Replace the bulb with a 120 volt, 10 watt maximum
candelabra base light bulb.
6) Turn the light bulb clockwise into socket.
7) Replace lens cover by hooking plastic tabs into
tumbler front below the light housing.
8) Reinstall the screw into the lens cover screw hole.
9) Reconnect dryer to power supply.
Instructions for reversing the dryer door.
1) Remove the hinge hole covers and screws.
2) While supporting the door, remove 2 screws in the hinges that secure the hinges to the cabinet.
3) Remove door by lifting slightly at the hinges and pulling the hinge tabs out of the hinge slots.
4) Move the following parts to the opposite side of the door: 2 hinges and 4 hinge screws, 4 door screws,
door strike and screw, inner door cover plate and screw.
5) Attach the door to the opposite side of the cabinet using the 2 counter sunk hinge screws. (See below). Screw the lower
hinge screw in first.This will help to align the door and hinges.
6) Replace the hinge hole covers to the opposite side.